Top NextGen Casual News

PopStroke Appoints Matt Corey Chief Growth Officer

PopStroke, a national leader in golf entertainment, announced the appointment of Matt Corey as Chief Growth Officer. The role is newly created, a deliberate move to bring focused executive leadership to the pillars driving PopStroke’s next chapter through revenue expansion, brand and partnership development, and market growth. The announcement comes as PopStroke reaches 21 venues […]

New Dining Concept Leonardo Brings Old-World Italian Glamour to Miami Beach

Leonardo, Miami Beach’s newest dining destination rooted in refined hospitality and social dining traditions, officially opens to the public on April 17. The 4,500-square-foot restaurant and lounge introduces a timeless experience where cuisine, music, art and design come together in an elegant yet lively setting.  “Leonardo was created to revive the romance and ritual of […]

Snooze Eatery to Open Fifth Austin Area Location

Snooze Eatery is officially opening its newest Lone Star State location on Friday, May 22, bringing its signature brunch lineup of craveable Benedicts, Pancake Flights and more to the Arbor Trails community. Located at 4301 W. William Cannon Drive, Building H, Suite 105, in the Arbor Trails Shopping Center, the festivities will kick off at 6:30 […]

Punk Noir Opens in Dallas with 20-Course Tasting Menu and Theatrical Design

Punk Noir, a daring new tasting menu-only restaurant concept, will officially open its doors on Tuesday, June 2 in Dallas’ Design District at 139 Turtle Creek Blvd, Suite 130, Dallas, TX. With a 20-course tasting menu and an immersive, multi-room design, Punk Noir challenges the conventions of fine dining—introducing a concept that is as provocative as it is precise. Led […]

New York’s Saylor Beach House Teams With Yacht Hampton for Luxe Hamptons Experience

Saylor Beach House, the newly debuted Mediterranean-inspired dockside restaurant and bar at the iconic Claudio’s Marina, has announced an exclusive seasonal collaboration with Yacht Hampton, offering guests a seamless and luxurious way to travel and dine between Sag Harbor and Greenport by water. Launching Memorial Day Weekend, the partnership introduces a curated “dock-to-dine” experience, where guests […]

Dee’s Table Debuts Soft-Serve Margaritas in Frisco, Texas

Just in time for patio season, Dee’s Table at The Star in Frisco is bringing one of the hottest cocktail trends to Frisco with its new Soft-Serve Margaritas — currently making it the only restaurant in Frisco serving the viral frozen cocktail experience. The Louisiana-inspired restaurant from acclaimed restaurateur Dee Lincoln, “The Queen of Steaks,” is now offering the creamy, […]

New Seaport Restaurant Project in NYC to Blend Food, Culture, and Design in 2027

Seaport Entertainment Group announced a partnership with Public Service, the organization behind Public Records, to develop a new project in the Seaport in Lower Manhattan. The restaurant concept, which will involve the revitalization of a historic building, is expected to open in 2027. This addition brings an exciting new dimension to one of the most […]

Red Phone Booth Brings Password-Protected Cocktail Lounge to Durham, North Carolina

A new luxury lounge is dialing into downtown Durham this summer, but visiting it won’t be as simple as walking through the front door. Located at 125 Orange St., a classic London-style red phone booth will serve as the entrance to Red Phone Booth, a Prohibition-inspired cocktail and cigar lounge where entry requires a password.  […]

Ojos Locos Taps World Cup Excitement with Rewards-Driven Visit Challenge

Ojos Locos Sports Cantina, the culturally-rooted Latin sports cantina and scratch kitchen, is kicking off the 2026 FIFA World Cup with the launch of its Más Rewards World Cup “Casa de Fútbol” Check-In Challenge, a loyalty-driven initiative designed to reward guests for repeat visits and make every match a reason to come back. Running from […]

JINYA Ramen Bar Expands Presence in Canada

JINYA Ramen Bar is continuing its expansion in Canada with a new restaurant opening in Langley. Located at Willowbrook Shopping Centre at 19705 Fraser Hwy, Unit 525, the new restaurant marks the brand’s 80th location systemwide and its fourth in British Columbia, bringing its renowned ramen to the growing community. To celebrate its arrival in Langley, […]

F1 Arcade CEO Jonathan Peters Steps Down as Growth Phase Begins

F1 Arcade today announces that Jonathan Peters will step down from his role as Chief Executive Officer, effective 11 May 2026, as part of a planned leadership transition aligned with the company’s next phase of growth. Jonathan has been instrumental in F1 Arcade’s expansion over the past five years, helping to establish the brand as a […]

Oak & Stone to Debut in Texas

Oak & Stone, the elevated American restaurant known for bold flavors, genuine hospitality, and its self-pour tap wall experience, will make its Texas debut in McKinney on Tuesday, May 19. The restaurant is located at 8575 W. University Drive, Suite 150, McKinney, TX, welcoming guests for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Founded in Florida as part of the Artistry Restaurants family, Oak & Stone was built on a simple […]

PopStroke Unveils 100 Days of Summer Pass

PopStroke Entertainment Group, a national leader in golf entertainment, announced the 100 Days of Summer Pass. Priced at $50 per person, the pass offers unlimited mini golf across any of PopStroke’s 21 locations from Memorial Day through Labor Day, with no time windows, no restricted hours, and no blackout dates. Passes are available for purchase […]

Next Level Brands Expands Portfolio with New Coastal Mexican Steakhouse Matilde

Next Level Brands announces the addition of Matilde, an elevated coastal Mexican steakhouse, as the restaurant group’s fifth concept. The lease for the 7,600 square-foot space, located on the ground floor of the Arts & Entertainment Residences (AER), has officially been signed with an anticipated opening in early 2027. The restaurant is named Matilde in honor of […]

Amada Cooks Up Special Mother’s Day Menu

This Mother’s Day, Amada is putting a Spanish-influenced spin on brunch with a menu that pairs morning staples with more unexpected ingredients and flavor combinations. On Sunday, May 10, the restaurant will open early at 11 a.m., serving their full menu alongside a curated selection of brunch dishes and cocktails that showcase layered flavors and unexpected combinations.  […]

Queens Tavern Brings British Pub Culture to NYC’s Hudson Yards Neighborhood

The Evolv Collection, the premium hospitality group led by CEO Martin Williams and founded by the late Sir Terence Conran, today announces the May 7th opening of Queens Tavern in New York City. Located at 20 Hudson Yards, the venue marks the first international outpost of the group’s acclaimed Chop House & Tavern brand, importing […]

Paytronix, Tavern in the Square Drive 86 Percent Loyalty Growth with New England Patriots-Themed Campaign

Paytronix, the leader in guest engagement solutions for restaurants and c-stores,  today announced alongside Tavern in the Square, a full-service restaurant and bar with 20 locations across New England, the results of a Fall 2025 sports promotion called “The Winner’s Circle,” which drove program registration up by 86 percent. Conducted by the brand’s Paytronix-powered Insider Loyalty program, […]

Ruby Slipper Launches Limited-Time Spring Menu

Spring is in full swing at Ruby Slipper, and with it comes a new limited-time menu lineup designed to capture the bright, sun-soaked flavors of the season ahead of summer’s arrival. Blending Southern comfort with New Orleans flair, the menu delivers a mix of savory staples, a touch of sweetness and a cocktail perfect for both laid-back […]

Sunny Street Café to Open in Indianapolis

Sunny Street Café continues its Midwest growth with the signing of a new franchise agreement that will bring its beloved, scratch-made breakfast and lunch concept to Indianapolis for the first time through multi-unit hospitality operator Vijay Patel in summer 2026. The brand is actively evaluating sites in Indianapolis, first targeting the North and Northwest part of the […]

Episcope Hospitality to Debut Supper Club-Inspired Motel Bar in Chicago

This spring in River North, Episcope Hospitality will introduce its newest Chicago concept, Motel Bar, inspired by the dependable menus, nostalgic rituals, and warm interiors of Wisconsin supper clubs.  Located at 600 West Chicago, Motel Bar is designed to feel like a place you’ve been coming to for years. Low lighting, rich wood tones, and […]

True Food Kitchen Unveils Spring Brunch Experience for Mother’s Day Weekend

True Food Kitchen is inviting guests to celebrate the moms in their lives with a spring brunch experience across all locations this Mother’s Day weekend, Saturday, May 10 and Sunday, May 11. Featuring a lineup of seasonal cocktails, handcrafted non-alcoholic beverages, and the return of the Puffed Sourdough and Whipped Ricotta, the weekend is designed […]